FRSC arrests 51 traffic offenders in Akwa Ibom

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Akwa Ibom Command, at the weekend, said it had booked 51 traffic offenders during the Eid-el-Kabir special patrol operations conducted during the celebrations.

Felicia Kalu, Akwa Ibom Sector Commander, who led the team, said in a statement, that the special operation was to ensure reduction in road crashes during the celebrations.

According to Kalu, the special patrol operation was organised by the command with special marshals targeting critical traffic offences capable of causing road crashes.

“Such targeted offences include driving against traffic, speeding, overloading, dangerous driving/overtaking, distracted driving, use of cell phone while driving and tyre violation among others.

“During the operation, a total of 51 targeted critical offences were recorded, while minor offenders were cautioned and warned to desist from such violations of road traffic rules and regulations,” Kalu said.

The sector commander warned drivers and motorists against any act that undermines the safety of other road users.

She noted that the command had made adequate deployment of human and material resources to ensure effective enforcement of traffic laws, prompt rescue services, removal of obstructions and traffic control.

Kalu expressed concern over the rise in ‘wrong-way’ driving and other reckless practices on major routes in the state, describing them as grave dangers to motorists and pedestrians.